South Beach Travel Guide

Carlsbad

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Photo by Rhonda Zoloth
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Photo by Kim Venuta
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Popular places to visit

South Carlsbad State Beach

South Carlsbad State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

South Carlsbad State Beach
Legoland California featuring rides

LEGOLAND® California

Enjoy the excitement at LEGOLAND® California and see why this is a favourite theme park in Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.

LEGOLAND® California
Carlsbad State Beach

Carlsbad State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Carlsbad State Beach
Tamarack Beach

Tamarack Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tamarack Beach

North Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Ponto Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

North Ponto Beach

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your trip to Carlsbad. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

Top hotels in South Beach

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundable
The price is 3.100.096 ₫ per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
3.100.096 ₫
3.478.153 ₫ total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
All fine
"Love their breakfast. Beds were good"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is 2.724.669 ₫ per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
2.724.669 ₫
3.056.943 ₫ total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,532 reviews)
"Beds are comfortable but the rooms and bathrooms. are cleaned once every three days which is inconvenient"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is 4.141.659 ₫ per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
4.141.659 ₫
5.702.949 ₫ total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Staff were wonderful, the room was clean and comfortable….but it could use updating, especially for the price you’re paying."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is 2.814.208 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
2.814.208 ₫
3.157.400 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very convenient location, nice and clean"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is 4.466.240 ₫ per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
4.466.240 ₫
5.037.170 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Beautiful Ocean Views
"Everything was clean and tidy. My room was comfortable and as described. Parking was extra, but was easy to get to and there was plenty."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is 2.887.030 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
2.887.030 ₫
3.289.625 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,401 reviews)
"I don't have the chance to try their food since my husband and I are attending retirement party upon arrival to San Diego and the next day we have to attend family reunion . I slept well comfortably it was a quiet surrounding but it feels like small parking space since I got rental car SUV Volkswagen ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
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Other neighbourhoods around South Beach

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Hanover Beach Colony

While Hanover Beach Colony may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach.

Hanover Beach Colony
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Spinnaker Hill

While Spinnaker Hill isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Spinnaker Hill
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Aviara

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.

Aviara
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Terramar

When in Terramar, you can plan a visit to LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Terramar
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Hedionda Point

When in Hedionda Point, you can plan a visit to LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hedionda Point
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North Beach

While visiting North Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach.

North Beach

South Beach Travel Guide

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